What’s the fuss with warm-ups?
A question I ask anyone coming to see me for a sporting injury is if they warmed up before playing or practising on the day of the injury. Most people tend to say yes, they do some sort of stretching or jog around to sweat a bit before playing. In the encounter, I always get […]
How to survive a long haul:Physio advice for road trips and flights
Summer is a busy time of year for visiting friends, family abroad, and road-tripping across our beautiful province. Being sedentary for several hours in an often cramped and uncomfortable space can have its downfalls especially when it comes to neck and low back pain. Here are a few ways that you can mitigate the risk […]
Unleashing Your Weekend Warrior
Spring season is here in Vancouver and we’re getting a great dose of sunshine. What better time to get out and enjoy the great outdoors! If you’re like me and have been hibernating over the winter season, it’s probably a good idea to ease yourself back into activities. For us weekend warriors, this is prime […]
The Deadlift
Watch as Jesse and Rob demonstrate the deadlift. They outline proper form and also point out common mistakes.
Returning to running after an injury
A frequently asked question that I hear in the clinic is “when can I start running again’’? This answer is going to depend on a variety of factors such as the severity of an injury, how long you’ve been ‘off running’, how much cross training and rehabilitation has been done, and prior fitness level. One […]
Proper Pushups
In this video blog we revisit how to do a proper pushup. Have you been doing it right?
Revisiting Minimalist Running – Maximize your potential
The minimalistic running movement has been growing rapidly and I have increasingly fielded questions about it in the clinic. I have noticed equal interest from those who are injured, those looking for proactive care, and those looking to increase performance. Minimalistic running, which includes barefoot running has been featured in major running magazines, book publications […]
Remember to Breathe
I feel the need to talk about this again because it seems as though so many people forget this fundamental exercise. In fact, many clients I come across have never been shown or taught anything about the diaphragm. A great teacher of mine told his students this, and truthfully I’m not sure if it’s his […]